NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $641,000 - $673,747

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,375 Sq Ft
$276/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 17, 2023

Last sale price $615,000 $259 Per Sq Ft

Est. 7% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,047/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Rooftop Deck
  • Property is near a park
  • American Four Square Architecture
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • 4-minute walk to Dickinson (Arthur) Park

About This Home

As of August 2023

Broker Owned Property. Open Houses postponed. One of the most beautiful houses on the most beautiful street in Chicago's best kept secret...Old Portage Park. This wonderfully classic 110 year old American Four Square sits on an oversized lot and is bursting with character and charm. It has been meticulously updated to keep it strong for the next 110 years. Located on beautiful, tree-lined Leclaire Avenue (oversized one-way), this home welcomes you with an inviting front porch and grand foyer. Other features include a spacious living room and sunny family room, separate dining room with restored tin/coffered ceiling, and an open kitchen w/ breakfast bar and original built-in. Expanded second floor boasts 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and living level laundry in one of the bedrooms. Finished/dormered third floor offers additional flexible living space (play room, home studio, future primary bedroom). Old world craftsmanship abounds with gorgeous stained glass windows, refinished hardwood floors, and natural oak wood work throughout. Over-sized sunny yard offers extra room to play and garden. Split yard allows for dog run. Large, open basement has been recently flood-proofed! Ready to be finished. Single, detached garage. Portage Park Elementary and Disney 2's preferred radius! Walk to Portage Park, a Northwest side treasure which includes ballfields, two pools (indoor and outdoor), field house, playground and walking trail. Or walk to Dickinson Park, a lovely tot-lot with water feature. Jewel-Osco, future home of Aldi, future home of Target, a brand new Senior Center and future luxury apartments are also walkable as is all the wonderful dining options on Milwaukee Avenue, Irving Park Road and elsewhere. Plenty of CTA bus options as well as a sort jaunt to the Blue Line and two Metra lines or the Jefferson Park Transit Station. Structural improvements to ensure many years without issue: +2018 - New fencing with steel posts. Note that gate was removed in gangway when neighbor replaced fence +2019 - New seamless gutters +2021 - Insulation in all walls and around foundation +2021 - Sewer line replaced. Lead service line replaced with copper. +2022 - Flood control system including 2 sump pumps, drain tile, external water vault, reverse flow stop valve. 5 year warranty transferable to new owners for a fee. +2022 - French drain and dry well for exterior water management as well as deep rooted grass plantings for natural mitigation. +2022 - Foundation, support column, roof assessment resulted in good report, but necessitated the replacement of front two columns with new foundation for these columns and original mold rock-face stone. +2022 - Attic balcony tear off, waterproof, new decking and railing. 5 year warranty automatically transfers. +2023 - New porch railings and back staircase +2023 - New Boiler/Tankless water heater combi for Ultra High Efficiency. 1 year manufacturer's warranty. +2023 - Updated Kitchen. All new kitchen appliances (1 year manufacturer's warranty) along with environmentally friendly Quartz countertops, new range hood vented to the exterior and other updates. +A/C heat pump analysis complete but NOT installed. Happy to pass on the plans. The house comes with a window unit/ceiling fan for every room. Survey done late 2022 will be provided. No new survey.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gabriel Franken

Kale Realty License #475175550 Listed on: 06/28/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Darrell Scott

Compass License #475156044

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,837

Year Built

  • Built in 1917

Lot Details

  • 5,227 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 40x126
  • Dog Run
  • Fenced Yard
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off Alley Parking
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • American Four Square Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,375 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Some Wood Windows
  • Stained Glass
  • Bay Window
  • Window Screens
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in multiple locations
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Partially Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Home Security

  • Storm Screens
  • Storm Windows
  • Storm Doors

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Rooftop Deck
  • Brick Porch or Patio

Schools

  • Portage Park Elementary School
  • Schurz High School

Utilities

  • 3+ Cooling Systems Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Radiator
  • Baseboard Heating
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Lake Michigan Water
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Water Heater
  • Water Purifier

Additional Features

  • Irrigation System Uses Rainwater From Ponds
  • Property is near a park

Community Details

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,837

Year Built

Built in 1917

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: American 4-Sq.
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 3 Stories
  • Year Built: 1917
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, Water Purifier, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Front Controls on Range/Cooktop, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven
  • Basement: Full, Walkout
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings
  • LivingArea: 2375
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Type: Attic, Foyer, Mud Room, Walk In Closet, Balcony/Porch/Lanai
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2255
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 2945
  • Attic: Dormer,Finished,Full,Interior Stair
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Window Features: Bay Window(s),Screens,Skylight(s),Storm Window(s),Some Stained Glass,Some Wood Windows
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony, Deck, Patio, Porch, Roof Deck, Dog Run, Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Lot Features: Fenced Yard, Landscaped
  • OtherStructures: Garage(s)
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Aluminum Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Off Alley
  • ParkingTotal: 2
  • Number of Cars: 3
  • Driveway: Gravel,Off Alley
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage,Space/s
  • Parking On-Site: Yes
  • Parking Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Window/Wall Units - 3+
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Baseboard, Radiator(s)
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Multiple Locations, Sink
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Portage Park Elementary School
  • High School: Schurz High School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Lot Dimensions: 40X126
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Oversized Chicago Lot
  • Special Assessments: N
  • Zero Lot Line: No

Green Features

  • GreenEnergyEfficient: Water Heater, Rainwater collection system

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3836.77
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 28, 2023
Closed on
Aug 16, 2023
Sold by
Franken Gabriel and Franken Mary
Bought by
Kline Braden and Kline Stephanie Mejias
Seller's Agent
Gabriel Franken
Kale Realty
Buyer's Agent
Darrell Scott
Compass
List Price
$625,000
Sold Price
$615,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-1.6%
Views
2
Current Estimated Value
$656,687

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$41,687
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.03%
Original Mortgage
$584,250
Outstanding Balance
$571,377
Interest Rate
6.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$85,310

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 27, 2017
Sold by
Dykstra Davis Andrew M and Dykstra Davis Lynn
Bought by
Franken Gabriel and Franken Mary

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Kline Braden $615,000 Chicago Title
Franken Gabriel $460,000 Attorney
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Kline Braden $584,250
Previous Owner Franken Gabriel $160,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/17/2023 08/17/23 Sold $615,000 -1.6% $259 / Sq Ft
07/05/2023 07/05/23 Pending -- -- --
06/28/2023 06/28/23 For Sale $625,000 -- $263 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $7,322 $66,000 $17,780 $48,220
2023 $7,117 $38,000 $14,224 $23,776
2022 $7,117 $38,000 $14,224 $23,776
2021 $6,976 $38,000 $14,224 $23,776
2020 $7,804 $38,115 $7,366 $30,749
2019 $7,731 $41,885 $7,366 $34,519
2018 $7,600 $41,885 $7,366 $34,519
2017 $8,613 $43,364 $6,604 $36,760
2016 $8,190 $43,364 $6,604 $36,760
2015 $7,470 $43,364 $6,604 $36,760
2014 $6,988 $40,206 $6,096 $34,110
2013 $6,839 $40,206 $6,096 $34,110
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11819467

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 13-16-416-023-0000